The nasturtium plant features large, round, bright green leaves. Its flowers come in various colours, predominantly yellow, orange, and red, and have a unique shape that resembles a hat, giving it the common name “capucine”, referring to the resemblance to the hats worn by Capuchin monks.
The flowers, leaves, and immature fruits of the nasturtium are all edible.
They have a peppery flavour similar to watercress. The flowers can be added to salads for a splash of colour and flavour, and they can also be used in soups or cocktails.
